When the country’s biggest property markets have seen considerable downturns over the past 12 months, there have been a few outliers around the nation that have bucked trends and continued to see significant growth in the median sale prices of both unattached dwellings and units. Hobart has been a famous example of this, with interstate…
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What can I do at an open home? 1. Ask questions The agent is there to sell the property, so ask as many questions as you like! Also feel free to call the agent after the open house if you have additional questions. 2. Check if anything is broken or squeaks It’s totally okay to…
Ultimate peace of mind Peace of mind from every angle is the tagline for the Swann 4K Ultra HD 4 Channel Security System, and it’s true. The wide CCTV kit uses thermal-sensing cameras so it can detect humans and cars outside your home and not, you know, a plant rustling in the wind. It enables…
Cover all surfaces Drop sheets, which cost $3 or less from your local hardware store, will be your saviour. When you’re working on your next DIY job cover floors, couches and basically anything else you want to ensure is safe from paint splatters and sawdust. Fill holes and gaps Holes in walls and gaps around…
Moving day. It’s never going to be 100% stress-free, but a little bit of planning will go a long way towards making it much more bearable. Below are a few examples of tasks that should be done well in advance, plus a few extra tips on how to make the move as smooth as possible.…
Spring is the time to dust off the old cleaning gloves and put some elbow grease into those jobs you’ve been putting off all year. Time for a spring clean? Here’s some tips. Before the dread sets in, rest assured that with a little planning, a spring clean doesn’t have to take up your whole…
7 Tips to Declutter Your House Before Selling 1. Clear up the front entrance A clear pathway and uncluttered porch will make a great first impression for buyers coming to your open home. Make sure the kids’ shoes are out of sight at the front door. The last thing you want is for potential buyers…
Not too hot and not too cold, just right please. You want buyers to feel comfortable in your home. Make sure the temperature is not too hot and not too cold. You want the buyer to feel like lingering, perhaps moving in!
Want to take it, replace it If there is something in your home like a light fitting with sentimental value or an extra special dishwasher that was a wedding gift, replace it with something similar that you are willing to leave behind, before you put your home on the market. Once you tell a buyer…
Your House, Their Home One of the most important things to do when selling your house is to de-personalise it. The more personal stuff in your house, the less opportunity you give a buyer to imagine themselves living there. Pack it or put it in storage, you’re moving anyway. The first thing a buyer does…